Sombre Bee-orchid (Ophrys fusca)
Ophrys fusca, the Sombre Bee-orchid, is a terrestrial orchid native to the Mediterranean region, known for its striking, bee-like flowers.
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Sunlight
Bright, Indirect
Watering
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, chalky soil
Temperature
Moderate
Fertilizer
Low
Care Requirements
Bright, Indirect
Prefers dappled sunlight or bright, filtered light. Avoid direct, intense sun.
Moderate
Allow substrate to dry between waterings; reduce in dormancy.
Well-drained, chalky soil
Moderate
Tolerates a range, but thrives in mild to warm conditions. Requires a cooler rest period.
Low
Use very diluted orchid fertilizer sparingly during the growing season only.
Plant Overview
Plant Place Type
Garden, Pot
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Height
0.1-0.4 m
Spread
0.1-0.2 m
Growth Rate
Slow
Dormancy
Yes
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
2-3 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderAsparagales
- familyOrchidaceae
- genusOphrys
- speciesOphrys fusca
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No